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Recap - Illinois Defeats Nebraska 71-59

Illinois got 18 points from Ayo Dosunmu en route to a 71-59 victory over Nebraska on Monday at State Farm Center.

Illinois earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -14.0-point spread.

Kofi Cockburn had 15 points for Illinois and Alan Griffin chipped in with 13 points. Andres Feliz had 3 assists for them, while Kofi Cockburn was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Nebraska got a 14-point performance from Haanif Cheatham, who was supported by 13 points from Dachon Burke Jr.. Haanif Cheatham had 2 assists in a losing cause for Nebraska, while Yvan Ouedraogo grabbed 10 rebounds.

Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Illinois had a 42-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Northwestern. Nebraska will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Ohio State.